Top Family Lawyers Melbourne

Legal processes that involve families are some of the hardest situations for all parties involved. This is generally because of the different outcomes and scenarios that families are confronted with, as well as the emotional and stressful toll it takes on all those affected. At Robert Wood & Associates, our family lawyers in Melbourne can provide you with assistance every step of the way. We will help you to understand all of the possible outcomes and scenarios for your case by maintaining constant and compassionate communication, every step of the way.

With more than 40 years practising family law in Melbourne, you can trust us to guide all parties towards a fair and just outcome.

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Understanding divorce

If you are separated or are considering divorce, our expert divorce lawyers can provide you with advice. Helping you to navigate the Victorian legal system, we can answer questions like:

When can I apply for divorce?
Can I have my marriage annulled?
What important decisions can I make before the divorce?

Property settlement

Our family law solicitors can guide you through the financial and property issues involved with divorce. Our family law experts will help you understand how property is divided and provide tailored support and advice.

Custody and child support

Looking after children is an essential part of any separation. We can help you to make the legal decisions that protect your family. We provide information on:

Parenting arrangements
Family dispute resolution
Children’s rights under the law

Domestic violence support

If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence, we can offer support and solutions. Our family lawyers can devise methods for protecting you and your family. If you believe you or your family is in immediate danger, we recommend contacting the police.

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Client reviews

I fully recommend Robert Wood and Associates. I thank them for their hard work and effort. They kept me fully informed at all times - advising and explaining throughout. They certainly helped me through a difficult time. Once again thank you.

- HC

The team at Robert Wood & Associates are professional, knowledgeable and reliable. Their advice and guidance is always to the point, and their negotiating skills served me well. Their whole team care about their clients, I highly recommend this firm.

- EW

I have been a customer of Robert Wood & Associates for over 10 years in my last employment and chose to continue business with my current employer for the last two years. They are highly professional and willing to assist you with how to resolve your matters in a timely and cost efficient manner. I have had at least a 70% success rate with removing funds and costs.

- LB

Fantastic lawyers. compassionate, and listens and explains all the options and risks clearly with your matter. knowledgeable, professional and goes above and beyond to help her clients achieve the outcome they deserve. I would highly recommend Robert Wood and Associates.

- NS

I am immensely grateful for the advocacy and legal support that I received from Catalina Alverez throughout my financial settlement. Working with Catalina assisted profoundly in bringing resolution and closure to an otherwise stressful, complex and convoluted prowess. It was a pleasure to work with her and all members of staff at Robert Wood and Associates.

- SA

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